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Ansell advises on how organisations can choose the right gloves for their workforce to protect them from different types of cutting hazards.
Thirty percent of workers wearing gloves were injured because the gloves were inadequate, damaged, or the wrong type for the task. Protecting from cut injuries is crucial in industrial workplaces. Selecting the right cut- resistant gloves requires an understanding of the risks of each task, while adhering to safety standards like EN 388:2016.
CUT-RESISTANT MATERIALS Cut-resistant gloves designed to protect from sharp objects, blades, and other cutting hazards, use fibre combinations for liner materials, including: • Aramid • Para-Aramid • High Performance Polyethene (HPPE) • Glass fibre • Basalt • Stainless steel • Graphene
Adding a coating to a glove can enhance its cut resistance. Ansell’s FORTIX™ Abrasion Resistance Technology applies a thin, resilient nitrile foam coating, extending glove life and enhancing grip.
THE IMPORTANCE OF EN 388:2016 STANDARDS
EN 388:2016 is the benchmark for mechanical protection, providing a ratings framework based on specific risks.
1. Abrasion resistance (1-4): Measures ability to withstand wear and tear.
2. Blade cut resistance (1-5): Measures number of cycles required to cut through material using blade
3. Tear resistance (1-4): Captures the ease with which material is torn.
4. Puncture resistance (1-4): measures glove’s resistance to puncture by sharp objects.
5. EN ISO Cut resistance (A-F): Reflects the force required to cut through material using a more precise cutting method.
Matching the cut level to the relevant task significantly reduces injury risk.
ADDITIONAL FEATURES Comfort, dexterity, and grip influence overall safety and prevent glove removal.
Comfort and Dexterity: • Lightweight construction allows for prolonged use. • Breathable fabrics allow for comfort.
• Knitted construction like Ansell’s INTERCEPT™ Cut Resistance Technology provide high-level protection, comfort, and flexibility.
Grip:
• A good grip improves the ability to hold tools, including sharp or slippery materials, securely.
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Other Requirements: • Digital touchscreen compatibility. • Protection against heat or electrostatic discharge (ESD).
• Forearm sleeves for hazardous jobs like metal sheet handling.
AVOIDING COMMON MISTAKES
1. Overestimating or underestimating risk: Too low- cut resistance for high-risk tasks can cause severe injuries. Excessive protection for minimal-risk tasks creates non-compliance.
2. Neglecting environmental factors: Ensure suitability, as oil, moisture, or chemicals can impact performance.
3. Ignoring feedback: Input is essential. Workers are more likely to wear gloves they find comfortable and effective.
SAFER HABITS REDUCE CUT INJURIES AND BUILD SAFER WORKPLACES Develop and regularly review comprehensive Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as a blueprint for success.
Are your workers adequately protected from cut injuries? With AnsellGUARDIAN®, discover valuable personalised assessment insights: • Safety and compliance: Be provided with a personalised cut risk management solution that leads to improved worker safety.
• Cost performance: Get advised on business performance improvements to lower overall costs.
• Productivity: Gain best practice recommendations to optimise your PPE dispensing to improve company output.
• Training: Get assistance in implementing PPE change management to effectively train and protect your workers from various cut risks.
Request your FREE assessment and work with Ansell’s experts for a safer workplace.
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